2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2002 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 830 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Rezzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 2002 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Caterham | Daewoo |
| Model | 7 | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
